Her Only Escape

She use to love him long ago

Back when he still loved her 

But then he discovered his love for alcohol

And she was quickly replaced, as was his happiness

Hate and Anger in it's place

Now when he and his love get carried away, 

She is the one who pays the price.

So, there she lies on the floor

Crumpled up and barely breathing, 

She can hear him, down he hall

And through the bedroom door

Snoring so loudly She can't disregard.

She wants to leave him, she wants to run

But she can't, she won't, because he will find her

And then she will truly be finished.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Fear is hard to overcome. People who need drugs and alcohol have only one desire. Anyone who tries to love them. Will learn pain and suffering only. You wrote a powerful and sad poem. I believe we need more safe houses for woman. A excellent poem. Thank you.
Coyote